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Foreword
The Multi-Tester plus/pro software cassette is the component that gives
the diagnostic equipment its unique test characteristics: All data required
to make the test system operate are stored on the software cassette.
The software cassette can be easily replaced enabling the Multi-Tester plus/pro
to be rapidly adapted to the trouble-shooting job at hand.
These Trouble-Shooting Instructions describe how to use the equipment on
Magneti Marelli - Weber fuel injection systems type IAW.
Multi-Tester plus/pro checks all input and output signals that have bearing on
the control system and can also diagnose a faulty control unit.
Copyright AUTODIAGNOS
The contents of this document can be changed without notice and should not therefore
be regarded as binding on AUTODIAGNOS.
AUTODIAGNOS is not responsible for any errors which may appear in this document.
In any event, AUTODIAGNOS accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from
the use of this document nor of the hardware or software described herein.
Neither the whole nor any part of this document may be copied, reproduced or duplicated
in any material form, except for personal use, without the prior written approval of
AUTODIAGNOS. Neither may the contents be passed on to third parties or used in any
other unauthorized manner.
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MAGNETI MARELLI IAW CONTENTS
Contents
Foreword ........................................................................................................... 1
System Description ........................................................................................... 3
General ......................................................................................................... 3
Summary – Car Models ............................................................................ 3
Sensors and signals ................................................................................. 4
Control functions ....................................................................................... 4
Users Guide ...................................................................................................... 5
Connection of equipment ............................................................................... 5
Starting the program ..................................................................................... 6
Identification of throttle potentiometer. .......................................................... 9
Program structure ....................................................................................... 11
Programs and tests ..................................................................................... 12
Monitor test ............................................................................................. 13
Fault messages .................................................................................. 14
To delete recorded faults ..................................................................... 15
Fault detected ..................................................................................... 16
Snapshots (Multi-Tester pro only) ........................................................ 17
Running test ........................................................................................... 18
Edit ......................................................................................................... 19
Special Tests .......................................................................................... 20
Static test / Continuous static test ...................................................... 23
Throttle test ........................................................................................ 24
Lambda sensor ................................................................................... 25
Battery ................................................................................................ 25
Throttle potentiometer ......................................................................... 26
Air temperature sensor ........................................................................ 26
Coolant temperature sensor ................................................................ 27
Manifold air pressure (MAP) ................................................................ 27
Sensor power ...................................................................................... 28
Trouble-Shooting Procedure ........................................................................ 29
Fault tracing ................................................................................................ 31
Locating faults ............................................................................................ 39
Index ............................................................................................................... 53
Interface – Signal Locations ............................................................................ 54
Wiring Diagram ................................................................................................ 55
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION MAGNETI MARELLI IAW
System Description
General
The Magneti Marelli-Weber IAW is a fuel injection and ignition control
system. The control system evaluates signals from different sensors and
adjusts fuel metering and ignition accordingly. The IAW is a multi-point
system with separate injectors for each cylinder, these are controlled
sequentially.
Note: in order to increase the pressure in the fuel system the pump relay
is activated for a specific period after the ignition is switched on. This
period varies between systems and car models. If the period is very long,
the Multi-Tester plus/pro may indicate an error in a static test of the pump
relay signal even if it is correct.
Control functions
• Control of injection valve(s).
• Control of tank ventilation.
• Control of idle speed.
• Ignition advance control.
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USERS GUIDE MAGNETI MARELLI IAW
Users Guide
Connection of equipment
1. Preparations
Extension cable
Control system
F1 F2 F3
Multi-Tester pro
YES NO
HELP
EXIT ENTER
Power supply
YES NO
HELP
EXIT ENTER
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MAGNETI MARELLI IAW STARTING THE PROGRAM
Working procedure
1. All fields in the display are tested
(i.e. are illuminated)
MULTI-TESTER plus (Multi-Tester plus only).
If no software cassette is installed or
the cassette is incorrect, only the first
and third row become illuminated.
At this point the display’s contrast can
be adjusted. Adjust the potentiometer
to right of the switch inside the cassette
opening (using a small screwdriver).
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STARTING THE PROGRAM MAGNETI MARELLI IAW
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MAGNETI MARELLI IAW QUESTIONS DURING INITIALIZATION
↑ /↓ /ENTER YES/NO
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QUESTIONS DURING INITIALIZATION MAGNETI MARELLI IAW
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MAGNETI MARELLI IAW CANCEL
7. Cancel
To cancel work with the Multi-Tester plus/pro:
• Switch off engine.
• Disconnect the power cable from the unit.
• Disconnect the battery’s positive terminal.
• Remove the adapter and re-connect the car’s wiring harness to the
control unit.
• Re-connect the battery’s positive terminal.
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE MAGNETI MARELLI IAW
Program structure
SELF-TEST
AUTODIAGNOS
MULTI-TESTER
Start menus
VIEW SNAPSHOTS
VIEW GRAPHS
ADAPTER CONNECTED
VER:XXXXXXXXXXXX
Questions which
depend upon lambda
sensor, idle control,
number of cylinders, etc.
FAULT DETECTION
IN MONITOR TEST?
Condition:
Fault present
YES/NO
YES
RUNNING TEST
(in the background) FAULT DETECTED
HELP
Condition:
Fault present FAULT MESSAGE
DELETE RECORDED
HELP MESSAGE
FAULTS
STATUS MESSAGE
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MAGNETI MARELLI IAW PROGRAMS AND TESTS
Monitor test
General
In Monitor test, values such as engine speed and coolant temperature are
displayed.
Monitor test – with fault detection
This test is used to detect incorrect input and output signals to/from the
various control systems. An fault is recorded if a signal deviates from its
pre-programmed standard value. The fault is recorded until it is deleted
manually or the power supply is interrupted.
• Up to five faults can be recorded each time Running is executed.
• Each primary fault can lead to a number of secondary faults.
• The Multi-Tester plus/pro stores all faults (primary and secondary)
temporarily and offers an assessment of which is the primary fault.
This is important in order to carry out repair work. Fault information
is saved and displayed.
• The same fault cannot be recorded twice in succession.
• Order of priority of fault registration:
1. Power supply
2. Frame connections to the control system
3. Sensor signals which affect the basic functions of the engine
4. Other signals
Warning! If the display is to be read whilst driving the test
should be performed by two people.
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MONITOR TEST MAGNETI MARELLI IAW
Monitor test
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MAGNETI MARELLI IAW FAULT MESSAGES
Fault messages
Each fault has the following information associated with it:
• Fault message
• Help message
• Status message
EXIT EXIT
TOTAL
NUMBER OF HELP ↓ /↑
↑
FAULT MESSAGE FAULT MESSAGE
FAULTS:
First Fifth
EXIT
HELP
HELP
EXIT/HELP
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TO DELETE RECORDED FAULTS MAGNETI MARELLI IAW
EXIT/HELP
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MAGNETI MARELLI IAW TO DELETE RECORDED FAULTS
Fault detected
FAULT FOUND
TO READ FAULT
MESS. PRESS HELP
TO STOP: EXIT
HELP
EXIT
TOTAL NUMBER OF HELP 1st FAULT 5th FAULT
FAULTS: (1-5) MESSAGE ↓ /↑
↑ MESSAGE
EXIT
EXIT / HELP EXIT / HELP EXIT / HELP
MONITOR TEST
RUNNING TEST
↑ /↓
↓ /ENTER
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SNAPSHOTS MAGNETI MARELLI IAW
Automatic snapshots
When the Multi-Tester pro finds a fault, all the values in the monitor list
are saved automatically as a snapshot. The Multi-Tester pro can store up
to five snapshots. The number of snapshots stored is shown at the bottom
of the display.
Manual snapshots
Press ENTER to create a manual snapshot. Up to five manual snapshots can
be stored. Here too, the number of snapshots stored is shown at the bottom
of the display.
Viewing snapshots
To view snapshots, press EXIT, then HELP. Then move the cursor to VIEW
SNAPSHOT with é/ê and press ENTER. The manual snapshots appear first.
The number of the current snapshot is shown at the bottom of the display.
To view the next snapshot press è. Press EXIT to quit.
To delete manual snapshots, move the cursor to DELETE SNAPSHOT with ê.
Press ENTER, then YES.
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MAGNETI MARELLI IAW RUNNING TEST
Running test
General
This test is used to detect incorrect input and output signals to/from the
various control systems. An fault is recorded if a signal deviates from its
pre-programmed standard value. The fault is recorded until it is deleted
manually or the power supply is interrupted.
• Up to five faults can be recorded each time Running is executed.
• Each primary fault can lead to a number of secondary faults.
• The Multi-Tester plus/pro stores all faults (primary and secondary)
temporarily and offers an assessment of which is the primary fault.
This is important in order to carry out repair work. Fault information
is saved and displayed.
• The same fault cannot be recorded twice in succession.
• Automatic test restart when the engine is restarted
(appropriate for long-term tests).
• Signal values cannot be studied.
• Order of priority of fault registration:
1. Power supply
2. Frame connections to the control system
3. Sensor signals which affect the basic functions of the engine
4. Other signals
Warning! If the display is to be read whilst driving the test
should be performed by two people.
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EDIT MAGNETI MARELLI IAW
Edit
Edit can be used to turn off the error diagnosis for signals which for some
reason are not connected to the interface. This may accur if you are testing
a different year model of the car than the one that was available when
developing the program for the actual control system.
At the start all signals are switched on.
When the operator answers the introduc-
tory questions, Multi-Tester plus/pro
shuts out non-relevant signals.
EDIT
Error diagnosis for other signals can be
switched on and off. Press ENTER to
change the signal’s status. When you
press HELP, more information on the
actual signal is displayed. #XX GROUND ON
All changes will be erased when the
Multi-Tester plus/pro is disconnected
from power.
Note
If error diagnosis is disconnected, this #XX GROUND OFF
can lead to other errors being reported.
For example, if error diagnosis for a main
ground or power supply is disconnected,
then signals that depend on them can be
reported as faulty.
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MAGNETI MARELLI IAW SPECIAL TESTS
Special Tests
Special tests allows detailed study of certain signals.
The following functions are provided for Special Tests.
Graphical display (Multi-Tester pro only)
• All signals that are presented in the form of voltage (V) in Monitor mode
are displayed graphically.
• Press é/ê to reach the required signal and press ENTER.
• To see all functions press HELP. To return, press any key.
The timebase of the X-axis is shown bottom right on the display. It is
marked with a black square. To reduce/increase the timebase, press ç/è.
The shortest timebase is 2 seconds and the longest is 1024 seconds.
The amount above the Y-axis indicates the scaling. Pressing F3 toggles
the highlight between the scale factor and the offset bottom left on the
display. Depending on which is highlighted, the setting is changed by
pressing é/ê. The minimum and maximum values for the scaling are
200 mV and 15 000 mV, and for the offset 0 V and 14 V.
The offset moves the curve in the Y-direction.
• Min/max is displayed top right on the display and applies to the curve
currently displayed. When a snapshot has been taken, min/max is
replaced by new values.
To view snapshots, press EXIT twice, then press HELP. Move the cursor
to VIEW GRAPHS with é/ê and press ENTER. The current snapshot and
the number of snapshots stored are shown at the top of the display.
Press è to view the next snapshot. Press EXIT to quit.
To delete graphical snapshots, move the cursor to ERASE GRAPHS with ê.
Press ENTER, then YES.
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SPECIAL TESTS MAGNETI MARELLI IAW
The program for the IAW system includes the following special tests:
Static test
Checks the signals when the ignition is on >STATIC TEST
but the engine is not running.
Throttle test
Tests the throttle potentiometer. >THROTTLE TEST
Checks signal levels and continuity.
Lambda sensor
Displays signal voltage from the lambda >LAMBDA SENSOR
sensor and the minimum and maximum
values.
Battery
Displays the battery voltage and the >BATTERY
minimum and maximum values.
Throttle potentiometer
Displays the signal voltage from the >THROTTLE POT.
throttle potentiometer and the minimum
and maximum values.
Coolant temperature sensor
Displays the signal voltage from the >COOLANT TEMP
coolant temperature sensor and the
minimum and maximum values.
Air temperature sensor
Displays the signal voltage from the air >AIR TEMP
temperature sensor and the minimum
and maximum values.
Manifold air pressure
Displays the signal voltage from the
manifold air pressure sensor and the >MAP
minimum and maximum values.
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Sensor power
>SENSOR POWER Displays the power voltage to the throttle
potentiometer and inlet pressure sensor
and the minimum and maximum values.
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Static test
Continuous static test STATIC TEST
These tests detect incorrect input and
output signals from the control unit when
the ignition is on but the engine is not
running. Conditions:
Ignition is on
A fault is registered if any signal differs
Engine is not running
from the pre-programmed standard
value. The fault will be held in memory
until it is erased manually or until the
power is broken. Test of
all
Starting condition for the test: signals
• The ignition should be on.
• The engine should not be started.
If the ignition is off, you will be asked FAULT MESSAGE
to turn it on. If the engine is started
the test will not be carried out and the
program will return to the special tests
menu.
After all the signals are controlled, the
text NO FAULTS FOUND appears on the
display or if any faults are located then
FAULTS EXIST will appear.
If the continuous static test is selected,
then all signals will be tested continu-
ously until EXIT is pressed, the ignition is
switched off or the engine is started.
If faults are found then this will appear on
the display. To view these faults press HELP.
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Throttle test
THROTTLE TEST This test involves a comprehensive check
of the signal levels of the throttle poten-
tiometer and the condition of the poten-
tiometer pathways. The test can for
example detect signal interruptions that
Conditions: originate from a bad carbon path.
Ignition is on
Starting condition for the test:
Engine is not running
• The ignition has to be turned on.
• The engine should not be running.
Callibration of If the ignition is off, you will be asked
fulload and idle to turn it on. If the engine is started,
running values the test will not be carried out and the
program will return to the special tests
menu.
Firstly, a calibration is carried out for the
Test of Multi-Tester plus/pro pre-programmed
continuity values for full load and idle running. This
is to guarantee the Multi-Tester plus/pro
function as its values can differ for
different vehicles. You will be asked to
give full throttle and then release the
FAULT MESSAGE accelerator completely.
Then you will have to press down the
accelerator slowly. A check is now being
carried out to control that there is no
break in signal from the throttle poten-
tiometer. If the accelerator is depressed
too quickly during this part of the test,
you will be asked to release it and slowly
depress the accelerator again.
If faults are found then this will appear on
the display. To view these faults press HELP.
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Lambda sensor
This test demonstrates the signal voltage LAMBDA SENSOR
of the lambda sensor.
The test displays the actual value together
with the minimum and maximum values
recorded. This makes it possible to check
that the sensor is working and swings
Condition:
between extreme positions 0 and 1 V
Running engine
approx.
Starting condition for this test:
• The engine has to be running. #2 LAMBDA XXX mV
If not, you will be asked to start it. MIN: XXX mV
This test will continue until EXIT is pressed MAX: XXX mV
or until the engine is stopped. EXIT
Battery
This test demonstrates the voltage level BATTERY
of the car’s battery.
The test displays the actual value together
with the minimum and maximum values
recorded. This enables the battery voltage
Condition:
during for example the starting phase to be
Ignition is on
measured.
Starting condition for this test:
• The ignition has to be turned on.
If not, you will be asked to turn it on. #20 BATT XX.X V
This test will continue until EXIT is pressed MIN: XX.X V
or until the engine is stopped. MAX: XX.X V
EXIT
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Throttle potentiometer
THROTTLE POT. This test demonstrates the signal voltage
of the throttle potentiometer.
The test displays the actual value together
with the minimum and maximum values
Condition: recorded.
Ignition is on Starting condition for this test:
• The ignition has to be turned on.
If not, you will be asked to turn it on.
#17 THROTT. X.XX V This test will continue until EXIT is pressed
MIN: X.XX V or until the engine is stopped.
MAX: X.XX V
EXIT
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Sensor power
SENSOR POWER This test demonstrates the power voltage
to the throttle potentiometer and inlet
pressure sensor (MAP).
The test displays the actual value together
Condition: with the minimum and maximum values
Ignition is on recorded.
Starting condition for this test:
• The ignition has to be turned on.
#30 POWER X.XX V If not, you will be asked to turn it on.
MIN: X.XX V This test will continue until EXIT is pressed
MAX: X.XX V or until the engine is stopped.
EXIT
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Trouble-Shooting Procedure
General
Many faults can be detected by using the Multi-Tester plus/pro (with the
appropriate software cassette) only. As an additional aid, each software
cassette has a dedicated troubleshooting manual.
However, when troubleshooting, the following points should be observed:
• Faults of intermittent character, e.g. faulty switch contacts, are often
difficult to observe in the workshop. In such cases, those components
which are considered potential causes of the fault should be swapped
out, each in turn, followed on each occasion with a test drive with the
Multi-Tester plus/pro connected.
• NB: the fault rate for control units is relatively low. More likely causes
of failure are harness connectors, cabling, sensors or switches.
• Whenever resistance or voltage supply measurements are being taken at
the harness connector by the control unit, the Autodiagnos Break-out Box
(A0201/A0202) and associated Break-out Box adapter should be used to
avoid destroying the harness connector’s sheathing. This is to ensure
good electrical contact and to avoid damage to or a short circuit across
the harness connector’s sheathing.
The troubleshooting manuals include two chapters important to trouble-
shooting.
The Fault Tracing chapter includes a brief signal description for each pin
and three columns (the pin number means the number in the control unit’s
harness connector). The three columns enumerate the quantities to be
checked by the various tests. In the rightmost column the corresponding
section in the Locating Faults chapter is also included (see figure below).
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Fault tracing
Pin 1 Ground
MONITOR SPECIAL RUNNING
“#1 GROUND” Static test: check of Continuous check of
(OK/ERR) ground level. ground level.
Desired value: 0 V
See chapter
Locating Faults ➧1
Pin 2 Signal from lambda sensor (only certain models)
MONITOR SPECIAL RUNNING
“#2 LAMBDA” (mV) Lambda sensor: display Check of power
of power variation. variation. Conditions:
– engine at operating
temperature
– not idle or full load
– revs < 2500 rpm.
See chapter
Locating Faults ➧2
Pin 2 Signal from CO-potentiometer (some models)
MONITOR SPECIAL RUNNING
“#2 CO-POT” (V) Not tested. Not tested.
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LOCATING FAULTS MAGNETI MARELLI IAW
Locating faults
1
Check of grounding connection to IAW, pin 1
These connections are the grounding connection for the control unit.
1. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) to the car’s
wiring harness only. Do not reconnect the control unit.
2. Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 1 and 19 respectively
and ground. Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
2
Check of signal from lambda sensor to IAW, pin 2
This is an input signal to the control unit from the Lambda sensor. It is
only found on cars fitted with catalytic converters and is used for the fine
adjustment of the ratio of fuel to air to approx. 1:14.6 (by weight). This ratio
is called lambda = 1.
The following test conditions must be met as the Multi-Tester plus/pro
checks that the lambda sensor signal oscillates between 0 and 1 V:
• Engine temperature must exceed +70°C
• No idling – because some sensors normally cool down after long periods
of idling and oscillation ceases.
• No full throttle – the sensor signal then becomes constant at approx. 1V
• No fuel cut-off – the sensor signal then becomes constant at approx. 0 V
• Engine speed below 2500 rpm.
1. Check the pre-heating of the sensor (if fitted) by measuring the voltage
at the sensor connector while the engine is running.
Desired value: 12–14 V
2. Check the resistance in the heating coil by disassembling the connector
for the pre-heater and measuring the resistance. Desired value: 2–20 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Lambda sensor.
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3. Run the engine until it reaches operating temperature and keep the revs at
about 2500 rpm. Enter the special test LAMBDA SENSOR and observe the
fluctuations of the lambda sensor signals between 0 and 1 V. The signal should
oscillate about once a second. Oscillations of longer duration indicate that
the sensor may be polluted and should be replaced.
4. Turn the ignition off and disconnect the 35-pin connector from the
control unit. Connect the Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin
adapter (A020202) to the car’s wiring harness only. Do not reconnect the
control unit.
5. Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 2 and ground.
If the reading is approximately 0 Ω the sensor has short circuited and is
no longer functioning. Repeat the measurement at the sensor connector
to determine whether the short circuit is in the sensor or in the cable
between the sensor and the control unit.
3
Check of grounding connection to crankshaft sensor from
IAW, pin 3
1. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) between
the car’s wiring harness and the control unit.
2. Start the engine and measure the voltage between Break-out Box, pin 3
and ground. Desired value: 0 V
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
4
Check of signal from crankshaft sensor to IAW, pin 4
This is an input signal to the control unit from the crankshaft sensor.
It carries information about the engine speed and the top dead center.
1. Check the clearance between the sensor and the ring gear (see workshop
manual) and that the teeth are clean.
2. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) to the
car’s wiring harness only. Do not reconnect the control unit.
3. Measure the resistance of the cable between Break-out Box, pin 4 and 3
respectively and the crankshaft sensor. Desired value in both cases: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
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5
Check of grounding connection to timing sensor from IAW,
pin 5
1. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) between
the car’s wiring harness and the control unit.
2. Start the engine and measure the voltage between Break-out Box, pin 5
and ground. Desired value: 0 V
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
6
Check of engine speed signal to revolution counter from
systnamn, pin 7
This is an output signal from the control unit, carrying engine speed
information e. g. for the the car’s revolution counter.
1. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) between
the car’s wiring harness and the control unit.
2. Start the engine and check (use oscilloscope or similar) that pulses are
received at Break-out Box, pin 7.
Possible cause of fault: Wiring, connectors or control unit.
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7
Check of signal from MAP sensor to IAW, pin 9
This is an input signal to the control unit from the manifold absolute
pressure sensor, carrying information about the engine load.
1. Check that the vacuum hose is in good condition and is connected to the
pressure sensor.
2. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) to the
car’s wiring harness only. Do not reconnect the control unit.
3. Measure the resistance of the cable between Break-out Box, pin 9 and
MAP sensor, pin 3 (see workshop manual). Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
4. Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 30 and MAP sensor,
pin 1. Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
5. Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 11 and MAP sensor,
pin 2. Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
6. Connect the Break-out Box and the 35-pin adapter between the car’s
wiring harness and the control unit.
7. Start the engine and measure the voltage between Break-out Box, pin 30
and ground. Desired value: 5 V
Possible cause of fault: Sensor or control unit.
8
Check of control signal to main relay from IAW, pin 10
This is an output signal from the control unit. The signal is grounded to
activate the main relay. There can be several reasons if the signal cannot
be found, among others:
• Break in the wiring or connectors.
• A defective or absent main input signal to the system, such as:
– voltage supply
– grounding connection
• Faulty control unit, althoug this is most unlikely as the failure rate for
control units is very low.
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1. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) to the
car’s wiring harness only. Do not reconnect the control unit.
2. Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 10 and main relay
(see workshop manual). Desired value: 0 Ω.
Possible cause of fault: Wiring and connectors.
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Check of grounding connection to sensor from IAW, pin 11
1. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) between
the car’s wiring harness and the control unit.
2. Start the engine and measure the voltage between Break-out Box, pin 11
and ground. Desired value: 0 V
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
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Check of control signal to engine control lamp from IAW,
pin 12
This is an output signal from the control unit to the engine control lamp.
The lamp is lit when the control unit detects a fault in the engine or a
faulty sensor signal.
1. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) to the
car’s wiring harness only. Do not reconnect the control unit.
2. Measure the resistance of the cable between Break-out Box, pin 12 and
engine control lamp. Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
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Check of signal from MAP sensor to IAW, pin 15
This is an input signal to the control unit from the manifold absolute
pressure sensor, carrying information about the engine load.
1. Check that the vacuum hose is in good condition and is connected to the
pressure sensor.
2. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) to the
car’s wiring harness only. Do not reconnect the control unit.
3. Measure the resistance of the cable between Break-out Box, pin 15 and
MAP sensor, pin 1 / C (see workshop manual). Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
4. Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 30 and MAP sensor,
pin 3 / A. Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
5. Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 11 and MAP sensor,
pin 2 / B. Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
6. Connect the Break-out Box and the 35-pin adapter between the car’s
wiring harness and the control unit.
7. Start the engine and measure the voltage between Break-out Box, pin 30
and ground. Desired value: 5 V
Possible cause of fault: Sensor or control unit.
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Check of control signal to wastegate control from IAW, pin 16
1. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) to the
car’s wiring harness only. Do not reconnect the control unit.
2. Lancia: Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 16 and 20.
Desired value: 40 Ω
Others: Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 16 and
fuelpump relay, pin 87. Desired value: 20–50 Ω
If incorrect reading:
Repeat the measurement directly on the wastegate control to determine
whether the break is in the wastegate control or in the wiring.
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Check of signal from throttle potentiometer to IAW, pin 17
When this fault is reported it is most likely that the potentiometer's
conductor is faulty. The throttle potentiometer must be replaced.
Check the wiring and connectors to the throttle potentiometer as follows:
1. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) to the
car's wiring harness only. Do not reconnect the control unit.
2. Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 17 and throttle
potentiometer, pin 2 / B (see workshop manual). Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
3. Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 30 and throttle
potentiometer, pin 1 / A. Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
4. Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 11 and throttle
potentiometer, pin 3 / C. Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
5. Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 17 and 11.
Desired value: 0–700 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Throttle potentiometer.
6. Connect the Break-out Box and the 35-pin adapter between the car´s
wiring harness and the control unit.
7. Turn the ignition on and measure the voltage between Break-out Box,
pin 30 and 11. Desired value: 5 V
Possible cause of fault: Ground connection, throttle potentiometer
or control unit.
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Check of control signals to injection valves from IAW,
pin 18, 32, 33 and 35
This is an output signal from the control unit to the injection valves to
control fuel metering.
1. Turn the ignition on and measure the power feed to the injection valve.
Desired value: 12–14 V
Possible cause of fault: Wiring, connectors or the main relay.
2. Check the opening pulse by measuring the voltage across the injection
valves using a test lamp (measure from the rear of one of the connectors
on any injector). At low rpm the lamp should flash and it should main-
tain a constant light at higher rpm. If incorrect:
Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) between
the car’s wiring harness and the control unit. Repeat corresponding
measurement between Break-out Box, pin 18, 32, 33 and 35 respectively
and 1.
3. In the case of a suspected break between Magneti Marelli IAW, pin 18,
32, 33 and 35 respectively and the injector, carry out the following
measurement:
Turn the ignition off and disconnect the connector from the control unit.
Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 18, 32, 33 and 35
respectively and the terminal on the injector’s connector (see workshop
manual). Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
4. Measure the resistance across each individual injector with the injector
connector terminal removed (i.e. directly on the injectors).
Desired value: 2–4 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Injector.
Note
The test is disconnected during fuel cut-off.
Injector failure can also be of a mechanical nature (lining, etc.). Such faults
are not registered by Multi-Tester plus/pro. In this case a flow check must
be carried out on each injector.
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Check of power feed from main relay to IAW, pin 20
1. Measure the voltage at the main relay’s positive pole, pin 30 (see workshop
manual). Desired value: 12–14 V
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
2. Turn the ignition on and measure the voltage at main relay, pin 86
(terminal 15, see workshop manual). Desired value: 12–14 V
Possible cause of fault: Wiring, connectors or ignition switch.
3. Turn the ignition off and disconnect the 35-pin connector from the
control unit. Connect the Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin
adapter (A020202) to the car’s wiring harness only. Do not reconnect the
control unit.
4. Measure the resistance of the cable between Break-out Box, pin 10 and
main relay pin 85 if the car is a Ford, Fiat Croma or Lancia (only certain
models). For the others measure between main relay, pin 85 (see
workshop manual) and ground. Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
5. Measure the resistance of the cable between Break-out Box, pin 20 and
main relay, pin 87. Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
6. Connect the Break-out Box and the 35-pin adapter between the car’s
wiring harness and the control unit.
7. Turn the ignition on and measure the voltage between Break-out Box,
pin 20 and ground. Desired value: 12–14 V
Possible cause of fault: Main relay.
Note
The terminal 15 supply provides the stop signal for the test program in
Multi-Tester plus/pro. This means that a missing signal is interpreted as the
engine being switched off. Nevertheless a faulty signal will be detected at
the start of the test.
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Check of signal from timing sensor to IAW, pin 23
This is an input signal to the control unit from the timing sensor.
1. Check the clearance between the sensor and the ring gear (see workshop
manual) and that the teeth are clean.
2. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) to the
car’s wiring harness only. Do not reconnect the control unit.
3. Measure the resistance of the cable between Break-out Box, pin 23 and 5
respectively and the timing sensor. Desired value in both cases: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
4. Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 23 and 5.
Desired value: 700–1200 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Timing sensor.
5. Connect the Break-out Box and the 35-pin adapter between the car’s
wiring harness and the control unit.
6. Start the engine and check the pulses from the sensor (use oscilloscope
or similar).
Possible cause of fault: Sensor, dirt between teeth, wiring or
connectors.
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Check of grounding connection to ignition amplifier from
IAW, pin 24
1. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) between
the car’s wiring harness and the control unit.
2. Start the engine and measure the voltage between Break-out Box, pin 24
and ground. Desired value: 0 V
Possible cause of fault: Wiring, connectors, ignition amplifier or
control unit.
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Check of control signal to ignition amplifier from IAW, pin 25
This is an output signal from the control unit to the ignition amplifier.
Control unit sends ignition pulses to control the ignition amplifier.
There can be serveral causes if the signal cannot be found:
• Break in the wiring or connectors.
• A defective or absent main input signal to the system such as:
– Crankshaft sensor
– Timing sensor
– Voltage supply
– Grounding connection.
• Faulty control unit, althoug this is most unlikely as the failure rate for
control units is very low.
1. Turn the ignition on and measure the voltage between ignition amplifier,
pin 4 and 2. Desired value: 12 V
Possible cause of fault: Ignition switch, cable between ignition
amplifier’s positive pole and main relay,
cable between ignition amplifier’s grounding
pole and ground or connectors.
2. Turn the ignition off and disconnect the 35-pin connector from the
control unit. Connect the Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin
adapter (A020202) to the car’s wiring harness only. Do not reconnect the
control unit.
3. Measure the resistance of the cable between Break-out Box, pin 25 and
ignition amplifier, pin 6. Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
4. Measure the resistance of the cable between Break-out Box, pin 24 and
ignition amplifier, pin 3. Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
5. Connect the Break-out Box and the 35-pin adapter between the car’s
wiring harness and the control unit.
6. Crank the engine and check using a test lamp that pulses are received at
Break-out Box, pin 25.
Possible cause of fault: Crankshaft sensor, timing sensor or control
unit.
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Check of control signal to fuel pump relay from IAW, pin 28
This is a control signal from the control unit. The signal is grounded to activate
the pump relay after the engine has been turned over on the starter. There can
be several reasons if a signal cannot be found, among others:
• Break in the wiring or connectors.
• A defective or absent main input signal to the system, such as:
– ground connection
– power feed
– crankshaft sensor
• Faulty control unit, although this is most unlikely as the failure rate for
control units is very low.
1. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) to the
car’s wiring harness only. Do not reconnect the control unit.
2. Measure the resistance of the cable between Break-out Box, pin 28 and
fuel pump relay pin 85 (see workshop manual). Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
3. Connect the Break-out Box and the 35-pin adapter between the car’s
wiring harness and the control unit.
4. Turn the ignition on and measure the voltage between fuelpump relay
pin 86 and ground. Desired value: 12 V
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
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Check of signal from coolant temperature sensor to IAW,
pin 29
This is an input signal to the control unit from the coolant temperature
sensor (type NTC with a negative temperature coefficient).
1. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) to the
car’s wiring harness only. Do not reconnect the control unit.
2. Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 29 and coolant
temperature sensor, pin 2 (see workshop manual). Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
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Check of power to sensors from IAW, pin 30
1. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) between
the car’s wiring harness and the control unit.
2. Start the engine and measure the voltage between Break-out Box, pin 30
and 11. Desired value: 5 V
Possible cause of fault: Wiring, connectors, sensors or control unit.
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Check of signal from air temperature sensor to IAW, pin 31
This is an input signal to the control unit from the air temperature sensor
(type NTC with a negative temperature coefficient).
1. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) to the
car’s wiring harness only. Do not reconnect the control unit.
2. Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 31 and air temperature
sensor, pin 2 (see workshop manual). Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
3. Measure the resistance between Break-out Box, pin 11 and air temperature
sensor, pin 1. Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
4. Measure the resistance between between Break-out Box, pin 31 and 11.
Desired values: air temperature resistans (Ω Ω)
0°C 10k
20°C 2500–4000
Possible cause of fault: Air temperature sensor.
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Check of control signal to idle speed correction valve from
IAW, pin 34
The idling speed correction valve valve (ISR or ISC) is controlled by an output
signal from the control unit which affects a coil in the correction valve. The signal
has a steady frequency and the pulse ratio varies between approximately 25 %
and 75 %. When this value increases the rpm increases, for example when the
engine is cold or when the AC compressor is on.
1. Disconnect the 35-pin connector from the control unit. Connect the
Break-out Box (A0201/A0202) and the 35-pin adapter (A020202) to the
car's wiring harness only. Do not reconnect the control unit.
2. Disconnect the cable from the ISC valve (see workshop manual).
Measure the resistance in the cable between Break-out Box pin 34 and
the connector. Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
3. Measure the resistance of the cable between ISC valve and fuel pump
relay. Desired value: 0 Ω
Possible cause of fault: Wiring or connectors.
4. Measure the resistance between the valve's contacts.
Desired value: 6–9 Ω
Possible cause of fault: ISC valve.
5. Connect the Break-out Box and the 35-pin adapter between the car´s
wiring harness and the control unit.
6. Connect the ISC valve again. Start the engine and check if pulses appear
on Break-out Box, pin 34 (use oscilloscope or similar).
Possible cause of fault: ISC valve or control unit.
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Index
Air conditioner ............................................................................................... 34
Air temperature sensor ............................................................. 21, 26, 36, 51
Battery ................................................................................................... 21, 25
CO-potentiometer .................................................................................. 31, 32
Continuous static test ............................................................................ 21, 23
Coolant temperature sensor ..................................................... 21, 27, 35, 50
Crankshaft sensor ............................................................. 29, 31, 32, 40, 48
Engine control lamp ............................................................................... 33, 43
Fuel pump relay ..................................................................................... 35, 50
Ground ...................................... 29, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 39, 40, 41, 43, 48
Idle speed correction valve .................................................................... 36, 52
Ignition amplifier .................................................................................... 35, 49
Injection valve ........................................................................... 34, 36, 37, 46
Inlet pressure sensor ............................................................................. 22, 28
Lambda sensor ......................................................................... 21, 25, 31, 39
Main relay ................................................................................. 33, 34, 42, 47
Manifold air pressure sensor ................................................................. 21, 27
MAP ......................................................................................... 32, 33, 42, 44
Revolution counter ................................................................................. 32, 41
Sensor ............................................................................................ 33, 36, 51
Static test ............................................................................................... 21, 23
Throttle potentiometer ........................................... 21, 22, 24, 26, 28, 34, 45
Timing sensor ........................................................................... 32, 35, 41, 48
Wastegate control .................................................................................. 33, 44
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WIRING DIAGRAM MAGNETI MARELLI IAW
Wiring Diagram
This wiring diagram is an example. Check in the relevant workshop
manual for the diagram of the car you are working with.
Control unit
Magneti Marelli
Air temperature sensor
Battery
Coolant temperature
sensor Ignition switch
Throttlepotentiometer
Fuel pump relay
Diagnosis
Ignition amplifier
Crankshaft sensor
Fuel pump
Timing sensor
Injection valves
AC
Idle speed
correction valve
Lambda sensor
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